I previously wrote about an effort underway in North Carolina to completely revamp teacher pay that would essentially create a “merit pay” system in the state - despite objections from educators and public education advocates.
Thanks, Andy. Teachers (real ones) don't need 'merit pay' decided by business majors (or duped by them).
I worked at a school (for a year) where teachers were taught to 'compete'. It wasn't such a nice place, and the effect on the kids was anything but positive. Add to that the irrelevant 'metrics', and you get a cesspool. No thanks! And they wonder why there is a scarcity of teachers.
Now, money might help, but being allowed to teach using your expertise and experience is far more valuable.
Thanks, Andy. Teachers (real ones) don't need 'merit pay' decided by business majors (or duped by them).
I worked at a school (for a year) where teachers were taught to 'compete'. It wasn't such a nice place, and the effect on the kids was anything but positive. Add to that the irrelevant 'metrics', and you get a cesspool. No thanks! And they wonder why there is a scarcity of teachers.
Now, money might help, but being allowed to teach using your expertise and experience is far more valuable.